Which term best matches the scenario of leaving active duty and moving to a reserve component?

• A. Release from active duty
• B. Discharge
• C. Military service obligation
• D. Expiration term of services

Answer: (A)

Release from active duty is the term used when someone finishes their active-duty service and moves into a reserve component. It marks the transition from full-time military status to part-time service in the reserves or National Guard while remaining within the armed forces. This differs from being discharged, which ends military service entirely and removes you from the military. Expiration term of service is the date your obligated active-service period ends, which can lead to separation or transfer but doesn’t by itself describe moving into a reserve unit. Military service obligation refers to the required length of service and isn’t the action of shifting from active duty to the reserves.